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About the Hotel

35 Coley Avenue, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 6LL

Crescent Hotel offers a blend of Victorian charm and modern amenities in the heart of Reading. Positioned ideally for visitors to local attractions and business venues, it provides convenient access to events like the Royal Henley Regatta and Reading Rock Festival. Its good-value accommodations include free WiFi and on-site parking, making it a popular choice for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel is situated in a quiet residential area, yet remains close to the bustling town center.

Location

Crescent Hotel is conveniently located just a 10-15 minute walk from the Oracle shopping center and Reading town center. It is also within a 20-minute stroll from various cultural sites, including historic churches and parks. The hotel is approximately 31 miles from London Heathrow Airport, providing easy access for travelers.

Rooms

Crescent Hotel offers a range of comfortable accommodations, featuring amenities such as flat-screen TVs and electric kettles. Guests can choose from compact en suite rooms to more spacious family options, some of which offer views of the garden or city. All rooms are equipped with free toiletries, heating, and a work desk. Housekeeping is provided daily for a hassle-free stay.

Eat & Drink

A continental breakfast is available on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, while a full English breakfast is served from Monday. Guests can enjoy breakfast in a relaxed setting, ensuring a good start to their day. While the hotel does not have a full-service restaurant, the surrounding area offers various dining options nearby.

Leisure & Business

Guests can take advantage of the hotel's recreational facilities, which include a private garden and access to nearby golf courses and wine estates. Business services such as dry cleaning, express check-out, and luggage storage are available to enhance the convenience of both corporate guests and leisure visitors. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk for assistance at any hour.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

Max:

3 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Ensuite Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

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Getting around

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City Center

Reading2300 ft

Airports

London Heathrow (LHR) 28.4 mi

Southampton (SOU) 44.3 mi

Train

Reading Train Station4600 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Secure Parking Spot

“The parking was secure and spacious, giving me peace of mind while I explored the area.” view full review

Surprising Comfort

“I was delighted to find a clean room with a sink included, which made my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Hot Water Abundance

“The bathroom provided plenty of hot water, ensuring a refreshing start to my day.” view full review

Cozy and Quiet

“The quiet environment allowed for a restful night's sleep, making the room feel like a peaceful retreat.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Tennis court
Golf course
Squash

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

35 Coley Avenue, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 6LL

Map view

35 Coley Avenue, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 6LL

City landmarks

Museums

The Museum of Reading

5000 ft

Parks

Forbury Gardens

5100 ft

The Oracle Shopping Centre

Reading Trian

5000 ft

Museums

Reading Abbey Ruins

1.0 mi

Mall

The Oracle

4200 ft

Courage Park

3700 ft

Parks

Prospect Park

1.1 mi

Art object

Statue of Queen Victoria

4100 ft

Church

Greyfriars Church

3200 ft

Museums

The Museum of English Rural Life

1.4 mi

Church

Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin

3000 ft

Gallery

The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd

3600 ft

Upper Woolhampton

Douai Abbey

4200 ft

Church

St Laurence's Church

4200 ft

15 Lesford Road

Coley Park

2100 ft

6 Abbey Street

Chestnut Walk

4700 ft

Abbots Walk St James Presbytery

St. James & St. William of York Church

1.1 mi

Reading RG1 2NJ

County Lock

2400 ft

Mall

Broad Street Mall

2700 ft

Stadiums

Madejski Stadium

1.9 mi

Southcote

2300 ft

Events

Grosvenor Casino Reading South

4800 ft

London Road Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum

1.0 mi

Church

Church of S Giles-in-Reading

3300 ft

Mall

John Lewis & Partners

3300 ft

26 The Forbury

Maiwand Lion

4700 ft

1 Queen's Rd

Grosvenor Casino Reading Central

4600 ft

Waterloo Meadows

3600 ft

21 South St

South Street Arts Centre

1.0 mi

Nearby

122 Castle Hill

Deadlocked Escape Rooms Reading

1600 ft

Restaurants

Nag's Head

1900 ft

5 Russell Street

Sweeney & Todd

2900 ft

10 Castle Street

Vibes Caribbean

3400 ft

7 Queens Walk

Singapore Chinese Takeaway

2800 ft

92 Oxford Road

Pizza House

2900 ft

80 Oxford Rd

The Sun Inn

2700 ft

16 Castle Street

Perfect Fried Chicken

3500 ft

158 Oxford Road

Boswells Cafe

3900 ft

42-43 Broad Street Mall

Jasmine Garden

3500 ft

40 Oxford Rd

Pavlov's Dog

3300 ft

21-23 St. Marys Butts

Mcdonalds Restaurants

4400 ft

287 Oxford Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

46%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Clean

Friendly staff

Tired-looking rooms

Average dining

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

7.0

Service

8.0

Dining

7.3

2/5 based on 126 reviews

#34 of 34 hotels in Reading based on Tripadvisor

Alexander

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were clean and had all the basic necessities, though they looked a bit tired in some areas. The service was friendly and accommodating, with flexible check-out times. The location worked well for me, with free parking and being within walking distance of the town center. The dining experience was average, with room for improvement in the food quality. However, the facilities met my needs during my stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room was nice enough, clean, and the bed was comfortable.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and accommodating, offering flexibility with check-out times.

Location

8.0

The location was good for my needs, with free parking and within walking distance of the town center.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with room for improvement in the food quality.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had all the basic facilities I needed for my stay.

Clean

Tired-looking rooms

Charles

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit disappointing overall. The room was small, and the bed was really squeaky, in need of some attention. On the bright side, the staff were friendly, and the breakfast was great. The location was not too bad, but the property could use some refurbishment.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was small and in need of attention, with a very squeaky bed.

Service

8.0

The staff were really friendly, and I enjoyed the breakfast they offered.

Location

6.0

The location was decent, not far from town, but the property looked old and could use some updating.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was great, but the options were a bit limited.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities overall were average, nothing exceptional to highlight.

Chris

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.6/10

I found this hotel to be a real disappointment. The room was like a poor charity shop, dirty, and definitely not worth the £50 I paid. On a positive note, the service was unexpectedly nice, with staff accommodating a different breakfast time for me. The location was ideal for the town center, but the lack of proper maintenance since the 70's was evident.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was a cupboard, dirty, and not worth the price.

Service

8.0

The service was surprisingly nice, with staff being polite and helpful.

Location

7.0

The location was great for what I wanted, being close to the town center.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was good, and the option to order extra toast was a nice touch.